Lake Whelchel
South Carolina — Cherokee County — CHEROKEE CREEK
Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Cherokee |
| River | CHEROKEE CREEK |
| Coordinates | 35.10850, -81.62010 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 73 ft |
| Dam Height | 73 ft |
| Dam Length | — |
| NID Storage | 8,701 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 8,701 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 180 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 27, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1964 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | GAFFNEY BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.